Circular 29 of 2026 · Post 29/273

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: AGRI-PROCESSING

Western Cape Department of Economic Development and Tourism

  • ProvinceWestern Cape
  • LevelLevel 11
  • AdvertCombined vacancy information
Closing date: 20 days remainingLate applications will not be accepted.

Job details

Circular
29 of 2026
Page No.
2
Circular Post
29/273
Department
Western Cape Department of Economic Development and Tourism
Province
Western Cape
Closing date
7 September 2026

Application and salary information

Salary

R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)

Application route

Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.

Vacancy information

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Centre
Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government.
Reference information
DEDAT 25/2025 R1
Salary information
R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)

Requirements

  • An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Economics;
  • A minimum of 3 years management experience.
  • Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Human resource management processes.
  • Knowledge of labour relations;
  • Financial management;
  • Project management and administration;
  • Public service procedures;
  • Applicable policies and procedures.
  • Knowledge of economic sectors;
  • Relationship management.
  • Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation.
  • Knowledge of basic research methodology.
  • Knowledge of economic sectors.
  • Skills in the following: Numeracy;
  • Computer Literacy;
  • Language skills;
  • Project Management;
  • Accounting Finance and Audit;
  • Information Technology;
  • Formal Training;
  • Economics, financial analysis;
  • Legal Administration;
  • Strategic Planning;
  • Communication;
  • Interpersonal;
  • Analytical;
  • Negotiation;
  • Planning and organising;
  • Conceptualisation;
  • Motivational;
  • Financial management;
  • People management;
  • Presentation, facilitation, coaching and mentoring;
  • Stakeholder management;
  • Research skills.

Duties

  • Develop operational primary sector programmes;
  • Develop and maintain networks with stakeholders;
  • Build and strengthen market growth and promotion of the primary sector;
  • Identify sector specific blockages;
  • Render project management and administration for primary sector programmes emanating from government policy;
  • Provide Human Resource and Financial Management.

Enquiries

How to apply

Where and how to submit your application.

Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

Notes and Z83 guidance

  • Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting.
  • All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
  • The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
  • By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference.
  • Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.
  • Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert.
  • Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. OTHER POSTS

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Original Text
POST 29/273 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: AGRI-PROCESSING REF NO: DEDAT 25/2025 R1
SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Economics; A minimum of 3 years management experience.
Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Human resource management processes. Knowledge of labour relations; Financial management; Project
management and administration; Public service procedures; Applicable policies and procedures. Knowledge of economic sectors; Relationship
management. Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation. Knowledge of basic research methodology. Knowledge of economic sectors. Skills in the following:
Numeracy; Computer Literacy; Language skills; Project Management;
Accounting Finance and Audit; Information Technology; Formal Training;
Economics, financial analysis; Legal Administration; Strategic Planning;
Communication; Interpersonal; Analytical; Negotiation; Planning and organising; Conceptualisation; Motivational; Financial management; People
management; Presentation, facilitation, coaching and mentoring; Stakeholder management; Research skills.
DUTIES : Develop operational primary sector programmes; Develop and maintain networks with stakeholders; Build and strengthen market growth and promotion
of the primary sector; Identify sector specific blockages; Render project management and administration for primary sector programmes emanating
from government policy; Provide Human Resource and Financial
Management.
ENQUIRIES : Mr G Dingaan at Goodwell.Dingaan@westerncape.gov.za

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